Clinical trials
Neoadjuvant Treatment clinical trials
Below are recruiting neoadjuvant treatment clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 178 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05918328RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two medicines before surgery for HER2-positive breast cancer
This Phase 2 trial compares nab-PH plus pyrrolitinib versus TCbHP as treatment given before breast surgery. It aims to see which option works better and is safe for people with HER2-positive invasive breast cancer.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–65 - NCT07329322RecruitingPhase 2
Drug combo before surgery for EGFR-mutated lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (sacituzumab tirumotecan and osimertinib) before surgery for people with a specific type of lung cancer (EGFR-mutated). The goal is to see if the drugs can shrink the tumor enough to improve surgery results.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06894173Recruiting
Early breast cancer treatment evolution study
This study looks back at treatments given to people with triple-negative or HER2-positive early breast cancer between 2016 and 2021. It aims to understand how treatment approaches have changed over time.
Aviano, PNAges 18 years+ - NCT07267078RecruitingPhase 2
Tuvonralimab and Iparomlimab before surgery for bile duct cancer
This trial tests two immunotherapy drugs (Tuvonralimab and Iparomlimab) given before surgery to shrink bile duct cancers that are borderline removable. The goal is to make the tumor easier to remove completely and improve outcomes.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07251413RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cemiplimab plus imiquimod and laser before surgery for basal cell carcinoma
This trial tests combining a skin cream (imiquimod), a laser treatment, and an immunotherapy drug (cemiplimab) before surgery for high-risk basal cell carcinoma. The goal is to see if this combination shrinks tumors enough to make surgery less disfiguring or damaging to nearby functions.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06907602RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Optimizing treatment before surgery for advanced esophageal cancer
This trial tests different combinations of treatments given before surgery for a type of esophageal cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. It aims to find the best approach to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes for patients whose cancer has not spread to distant organs.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06637163RecruitingPhase 2
Study of benmelstobart plus chemo-radiation before surgery for esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (benmelstobart) to standard chemotherapy and radiation before surgery can help treat a certain type of esophageal cancer that can be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and works better than standard treatment alone.
Shantou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07182565RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Short radiation plus chemotheapy and immunotherapy before surgery for junction cancer
This trial tests a combination of shortened radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy given before surgery for cancer at the junction of the esophagus and stomach. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and improves outcomes.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT07163910RecruitingPhase 2
Homoharringtonine plus hormone therapy before prostate surgery
This trial tests whether adding a drug called homoharringtonine (a type of chemotherapy) to standard hormone therapy before prostate surgery can improve outcomes for men with certain stages of prostate cancer. It's for men who haven't had any previous treatment and plan to have their prostate removed.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–85 - NCT07155850Recruiting
Testing YntraDose before chemotherapy for advanced pancreas cancer
This trial tests a new treatment called YntraDose, given directly into the pancreas tumor before standard chemotherapy. It is for people with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed by surgery.
RomaAges 18 years+ - NCT07108127RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted drugs plus chemo for HER2-positive rectal cancer
This trial tests whether a combination of two targeted drugs (trastuzumab and pertuzumab biosimilars) plus chemotherapy can shrink advanced HER2-positive rectal cancer before surgery. It aims to improve response and potentially reduce the need for more aggressive treatments.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07084558Recruiting
Testing treatment guided by tumor DNA for hormone positive breast cancer
This trial tests whether using a blood test (circulating tumor DNA) can help guide chemo and hormone therapy for early-stage, hormone receptor positive and HER2 negative breast cancer. The goal is to tailor treatment to your tumor's response, potentially reducing unnecessary side effects.
Vienna, AustriaAges 18–100 - NCT07043725RecruitingPhase 3
Neoadjuvant TQB2102 for HER2-positive breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug called TQB2102 given before surgery for HER2-positive breast cancer. The goal is to see if it can shrink the tumor enough to allow a successful surgery.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT07012720Recruiting
Comparing breast cancer treatments before surgery
This trial looks at different drug combinations given before surgery to shrink breast tumors. The goal is to find which treatments work best for different types of breast cancer, such as triple-negative, HER2-positive, or hormone-receptor-positive. If you are a woman scheduled for neoadjuvant therapy (treatment before surgery) and have not had previous cancer treatment, this study may be for you.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 25–75 - NCT06967103RecruitingPhase 2
New drug before breast cancer surgery
This trial tests a new drug, QL1706, given alongside chemotherapy before surgery for a certain type of breast cancer. It aims to see if this combination helps shrink tumors before they are removed.
ZhengzhouAges 18 years+ - NCT06927180RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SHR-A1811 plus pertuzumab before surgery for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (SHR-A1811 and pertuzumab) given before surgery to shrink HER2-positive breast cancer. It aims to see if this approach improves outcomes for patients with early-stage but high-risk disease.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–70 - NCT06835049RecruitingPhase 2
Heating therapy before surgery for high-risk soft tissue sarcoma
This trial tests a new approach for high-risk soft tissue sarcoma of the arm, leg, or trunk. Before surgery, you would receive chemotherapy combined with local hyperthermia (a treatment that gently heats the tumor area) to see if this can improve outcomes.
AarauAges 18 years+ - NCT05571644RecruitingPhase 2
Study compares two pre-surgery treatments for locally advanced rectal cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests whether a newer combination chemotherapy plus an immunotherapy medicine (cadonilimab/AK104) works better than standard chemotherapy before surgery for locally advanced colorectal cancer. The goal is to shrink the tumor and improve how well treatment works after surgery.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06770270RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy with radiation and chemo before rectal cancer surgery
This trial tests adding an immunotherapy drug (pucotenlimab) to standard radiation and chemotherapy before surgery for locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink the tumor more effectively and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT03740893RecruitingPhase 2
Test drug to block DNA damage in triple-negative breast cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies a treatment given around the time of breast surgery to help shrink or control residual (remaining) triple-negative breast cancer. It also checks biomarkers (lab signals) to understand who benefits, with some people receiving anti–PD-L1 immunotherapy and some not.
Bournemouth, DorsetAges 18 years+ - NCT05446467RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab before surgery for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial studies whether pembrolizumab, given before surgery, can improve outcomes for certain people with stage III–IVA head and neck squamous cell cancer. It’s typically added alongside low-dose PFAS as part of treatment leading up to standard surgery and afterward medicines/radiation.
Qingdao, ShandongAges 18–85 - NCT06582342Recruiting
Does a 3D model predict treatment response better than CT for pancreatic cancer?
This study tests whether a special 3D scan can better tell if treatment has shrunk the tumor in people with pancreatic cancer. It may help your doctors decide if surgery is a good option.
AlicanteAges 18 years+ - NCT06576973RecruitingPhase 2
Adalimumab combo therapy for esophageal cancer before surgery
This trial tests a combination of an immunotherapy drug (adalimumab), chemotherapy, and a targeted therapy pill (apatinib) before surgery for esophageal cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if this mix helps shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Hangzhou, ChinaAges 18–75 - NCT05576480RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus chemotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer without mismatch repair
This Phase 2 study tests penpulimab (an immunotherapy medicine) given with CAPEOX chemotherapy before surgery for rectal cancer that is “MSS” (not the mismatch-repair type). It aims to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes by treating before the operation.
Shanghai, None SelectedAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neoadjuvant treatment?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 178 recruiting neoadjuvant treatment studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a neoadjuvant treatment trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a neoadjuvant treatment trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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